1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IA (25 Rentals)

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Dayton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dayton Studio Apartments | $779 | $670 | $1,175 |
Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $920 | $600 | $1,270 |
Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $599 | $1,715 |
Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $519 | $2,370 |
Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $817 | $404 | $2,280 |
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Largest Available Dayton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, IA is found at Phillips Luxury Apartments and is 1,059 square feet priced from $1,270. District 29 Apartments & Townhomes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 711 square feet and currently listed start at $935. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dayton:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Phillips Luxury Apartments | 1B1Bg | 1,059 Sq Ft | $1,270 |
District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 711 Sq Ft | $935 |
Somerset Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 708 Sq Ft | $880 |
Haven Apartments | Cotton | 688 Sq Ft | $965 |
Hickory Ridge Apartments | 675 Sq Ft | $849 |
Cheapest Available Dayton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 26, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, IA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $745 at Western Hills Apartments in the Fountainview neighborhood. The second most affordable Dayton 1 Bedroom is the 1Br1Bc Model at Phillips Luxury Apartments starting at $787 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dayton is currently $920. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dayton:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $745 |
Phillips Luxury Apartments | 1Br1Bc | $787 |
Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | $849 |
Somerset Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $880 |
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Getting Around Dayton, IA
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Bike Score®
29 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Dayton with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dayton is at Western Hills Apartments listed at $745.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dayton is $920.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dayton is a 1,059 square feet unit starting from $1,270 at Phillips Luxury Apartments.
What is the average size for Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dayton is currently 575 sq ft.
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